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It’s that time of the year again – the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it’s sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.
Here are today’s latest developments from Simon Jones and the Daily Mail Sport team…
Vardy returns to Leicester for training
Jamie Vardy was at Leicester City’s training ground for fitness testing. The 39-year-old free agent wanted to gauge his levels, though the current heatwave made it difficult for everyone to give optimum figures.
On Friday, the 39-year-old posted a video on Instagram of him conducting some fitness drills at Seagrave inside the dome at the heart of the training centre. In the video, Vardy is spotted wearing the club’s new training kit and chatting to City’s Head of Fitness and Conditioning, Matt Reeves.
However, he is not planning a return to Leicester City.
Max value with Burnley in £28m talks
Burnley are in negotiations with RB Leipzig to sell highly rated defender Maxime Esteve for around £28million.
Talks are ongoing as Burnley have also confirmed Nicky Hayen as head coach on a three-year contract.
He joins from Belgian Pro League side KRC Genk.
Hammers ask about wide man Sorba
West Ham are among the clubs showing interest in Stoke City winger Sorba Thomas.
Talks are very much at the early stages but the Hammers have made enquiries about the Wales international, 27, on the back of an impressive season where the winger scored 10 goals.
Meanwhile, Cologne are continuing to try to find the financial package to suit West Ham and Mexico midfielder Edson Alvarez.
Cologne’s director of football is Tim Steidten, who worked for West Ham and was responsible for bringing Alvarez to England in 2023.
Sorba Thomas bagged 10 goals for Stoke last season and also scored one for Wales
Leicester say no to Nelson’s Torino move
Leicester City have rejected a £6m offer for centre back Ben Nelson from Torino. Daily Mail Sport revealed last month that the Italian side were keen on the 22-year-old, who can also play left back, and has a number of clubs monitoring his situation.
The former England U20 international has been on the radar of Manchester United previously and other Premier League sides.
However, he is keen on the move to Torino if they can agree a fee.
Galatasaray in loan talks for former Chelsea star
Galatasaray remain in talks with Burnley over a proposed loan with obligation to buy for Lesley Ugochukwu.
The former Chelsea midfielder is keen on the move to Turkey but a fee and other details have still to be agreed.
Galatasaray remain in talks with Burnley over a proposed loan for Lesley Ugochukwu
The 22-year-old Ugochukwu made 35 Premier League appearances last season and scored three goals.
Wolves close in on £8m Said deal
Wolves are closing in on the signing of Standard Liege winger Rafiki Said in an £8million deal.
The 26-year-old only joined Liege from Troyes last year and has 16 caps and eight goals for his country Comoros.
Wolves are closing in on the signing of Standard Liege winger Rafiki Said in an £8million deal
He made 37 appearances for Liege last season scoring eight goals.
The left winger has travelled for a medical this weekend. The deal will involve add-ons while Troyes hold a sell on clause.
Man United working on trio
Manchester United are making progress towards the proposed signing of Andrey Santos
Manchester United are not expected to make any formal announcements today but processes are ongoing over the proposed signings of Andrey Santos, Karl Darlow and Ederson.
All three have been undergoing medicals.
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